Science & ResearchACC is investing in research to improve understanding of how chemicals impact health and the environment.
CPTD Panel GroupsThe Chemical Products and Technology Division (CPTD) represents more than 80 self-funded, chemical-specific groups focused on the business of chemistry.
Mar 18, 2020Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resource CenterView activities underway by the chemical industry and to help provide resources to address and fight the impacts of COVID-19.
The Chemical Industry: Part of the Climate SolutionClimate change is a global challenge that requires long-term commitment and action by every segment of society, and innovations in chemistry are critical to achieving efficient, effective climate change solutions to help enhance sustainability.
American Chemistry MattersA blog of the American Chemistry Council: driving innovation, creating jobs, and enhancing safety.
News Oct 21, 2019 Plastic Makers Welcome House Introduction of Bipartisan ‘Plastics Act’ ACC strongly supports the recently introduced PLASTICS Act, which seeks to reduce ocean plastics by encouraging innovative, market-based solutions and catalyzing private capital to enable the development of integrated waste management systems and strengthen markets for recycled materials.
Letters Oct 16, 2019 Application of Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF) over Spray-applied Fire-Resistive Materials (SFRM) in Fire-Resistance Rated Construction This judgement letter provides support for the application of spray polyurethane foam (SPF) products over sprayapplied fire-resistive materials (SFRM) in various construction configurations.
Testimony Oct 11, 2019 ACC Testimony Before Illinois General Assembly on Ethylene Oxide, October 2019 Addressing concerns regarding potential public health risks of ethylene oxide and protecting the health and safety of Illinois’s citizens is critically important.
News Oct 09, 2019 Carbon Announced as the 2019 Polyurethane Innovation Award Winner This exciting new technology drives our industry forward by delivering an innovative product to consumers that will improve their quality of life.
News Oct 09, 2019 CPI Survey Reveals Strength of Polyurethanes Industry Across U.S., Canada and Mexico CPI’s survey is one of the most trusted sources of information on the industry, and it clearly demonstrates the organization’s role as the premier knowledge center for the North American polyurethanes industry.
News Oct 09, 2019 CPI Announces Two Distinguished Leadership Award Winners Recognizing Contributions to Industry CPI established this award to recognize individuals who have provided outstanding leadership and advanced the goals of CPI as well as the interests of our industry.
Infographics and Fact Sheets Oct 08, 2019 Nanotechnology 101 Using nanotechnology, scientists and engineers can create new materials and devices with enhanced properties.
Letters Oct 04, 2019 Group Letter In Support of Energy and Climate Technology Innovation Legislation Letter urges Congress to place legislation addressing energy and climate technology and innovation on the Senate’s fall legislative calendar.
Infographics and Fact Sheets Sep 27, 2019 Ethylene Oxide Safety Facts: Information on the EPA’s Flawed IRIS Value A versatile and valuable building block of chemistry, ethylene oxide (EO) and its derivatives help make many of the products we use every day.
Comments Sep 25, 2019 ACC Public Comments on 5 Percent Tariff Increase on China Lists 1-3 We believe the principles of free and fair trade should apply to all members of the World Trade Organization (WTO), including China.
Infographics and Fact Sheets Sep 21, 2019 WI Study Reveals Cost Savings Much of the United States’ water infrastructure systems were built decades if not a hundred years ago or more.
Reports and Studies Sep 21, 2019 Special Research Study: Comparison of Water Pipe Installation Lengths and Costs in Wisconsin: Madison, Milwaukee, Kenosha, and Waukesha ACC retained BCC Research to investigate and compare municipal water supply pipe (i.e., pressure main) costs in four communities in Wisconsin.
Infographics and Fact Sheets Sep 21, 2019 FACTS: Water Infrastructure and Open Competition H.R. 5310 would ensure that federally funded infrastructure projects require open, competitive bidding procedures for all materials.
Infographics and Fact Sheets Sep 21, 2019 Plastic Pipes: Finding the Right Solution for Fixing Our Nation's Water Infrastructure System These systems are nearing the end of their life spans and must be fixed.
